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The Rabbi on the Beach at the Shul on the Beach

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Have You Been Invited To A Brachos Party Or An Amen Party?

by rabbifink on July 28, 2009 · 9 comments

Shame on Gizmodo | Shame on Us Too

by rabbifink on July 19, 2009 · 27 comments

How To Avoid "Holier-Than-Thou" Syndrome

by rabbifink on May 6, 2009 · 0 comments

Madoff's alleged misdeeds spark feelings of betrayal, outrage in L.A.'s Jewish community – Los Angeles Times

by rabbifink on December 24, 2008 · 2 comments

In Madoff Scandal, Jews Feel an Acute Betrayal – NYTimes.com

by rabbifink on December 23, 2008 · 4 comments


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